Computerized Mount Features

SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, making for a fast and easy alignment process

Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet

Includes a camera control feature and shutter release cable that allows you to remotely take a series of exposures using your digital SLR camera

Custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; solar system objects and asterisms

DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes

Double line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of goto features

NexRemote telescope control software and RS-232 cable included for advanced control of your telescope via computer

GPS-compatible with optional SkySync GPS Accessory (93969)

The new NexStar SE Family combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with state-of-the-art features including a fully computerized operating system, flash upgradeable hand control,superior coatings, our revolutionary SkyAlign™ telescope alignment software and much more.

Whether you are a seasoned astronomer looking for a portable scope with advanced features, or just starting your astronomy adventure and looking for an easy way to enjoy the night sky, a NexStar SE will help you take a closer look.

Align your NexStar SE telescope in minutes with our new SkyAlign technology. Just point the telescope at three bright stars and let the computer do the rest. You don’t even need to know the names of the stars!